Watson Farley & Williams LLP offers comprehensive legal support across shipbuilding, employment, LNG shipping, and complex areas like restructuring and sanctions. Under the leadership of George Macheras, the team frequently handles cross-border disputes for leading shipowners, charterers, and insurers. Robert Platt is known for his expertise in dispute resolution and commercial contracts, while Mike Phillips specialises in contentious ship finance and offshore vessel construction. Nikki Chu joined the firm in March 2024, further strengthening the firm's dispute capabilities in the shipping sector.
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Practice head
George Macheras
Other key lawyers
Mike Phillips; Robert Platt; Nikki Chu; Elli Marnerou